1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Baja |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
